“STEM Fellowship has been one of the most meaningful things I’ve done in undergrad so far. I joined not really knowing what to expect, but I ended up learning so much about research, collaboration, and using AI to solve real-world healthcare problems. The best part was getting to work with such a supportive and multi-university team. It really pushed me to grow and made me feel like I had something valuable to contribute, even as an undergrad. I’m so grateful for the experience and would recommend it to anyone who wants to challenge themselves and be part of something impactful.”

“This opportunity allowed me to gain research experience at a time when very few spaces trusted students like me with meaningful projects. Being part of this program wasn’t just about learning software or writing reports; it was about being seen, supported, and challenged in ways that pushed me to grow. I’m deeply grateful to have contributed to impactful research in Alzheimer’s drug discovery, alongside an incredible team, using tools I never thought I’d have access to this early in my journey.”

“IUBDC was such a great experience! I got to work with an amazing team, and improved my project management and data skills. Seeing our work get published so quickly in a peer-reviewed journal was the icing on the cake. I’d definitely recommend this program to anyone interested in real-world data challenges."